The History of the Biro you use Daily

The tiny hole in your pen cap? It's not just for air. It's a secret that helped build a multi-billion dollar empire.

In this episode of Historia, we dive deep into the fascinating and often surprising story of the ballpoint pen. From a frustrated journalist's ingenious idea to a high-stakes global war for market dominance, discover how this humble writing tool became a cornerstone of modern business.

You'll uncover:

The forgotten 1888 patent and the overlooked inventor.

How a simple design flaw became a life-saving feature.

The cutthroat business strategies that turned a common pen into a global fortune.

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